Numerous golf courses. Sarasota offers golf some of the most beautiful and challenging golf courses.

Fine and casual dining. This area offers a vast array of dining options. With all of the casual eateries and innovative fine dining establishments, you may never have to get the kitchen of your second home dirty.

Weather. The winter months offer dry, gorgeous weather. There is no shoveling snow down here.

Fishing. Go offshore for some large grouper or stay in the Sarasota bay to catch a snook. There are plenty of great fishing spots.

Stunning real estate. Sarasota offers a vast array of amazing homes and condos. Here you can find an equestrian estate, beachfront or downtown penthouse, golf course villa, cozy starter home or a large home with fabulous bay views.

Shopping. There are many unique shops in the area to keep even the most picky shoppers satisfied.

Family oriented. Many of Florida’s beach areas have the reputation for being party cities, but this isn't one of them. Sarasota is a community made up of families, young preofessionals, retirees, and affluent visitors.